Episodes
18
Latest episode
Dec 2025
Language
EN-GB
ELEV8 @ Mdina Partners is an all-new Mdina Partners podcast about growing businesses sustainably through people. Join us every last Wednesday of the month as we interview some of the most inspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, business leaders, decision-makers, influencers and change-makers locally and beyond and explore what it takes to build companies that inspire and elevate their people.
In the Season 2 finale, Taja, Senior World Builder at Axon Park, walks us through his journey into VR and what it takes to lead a global creative team. We explore remote leadership, clear communication and how creativity thrives when people have space to think. A sharp look at the future of virtual work and learning.
In this episode of ELEV8, we’re joined by Matthew Caruana, CEO of the JA Malta Foundation, for a grounded conversation on the classic question: are leaders born or made? Drawing on youth development and leadership education, Matthew shares how mindset, skills, and lived experience shape effective leaders in practice.Join us as we explore how leadership grows over time, what helps it take root, and how real people develop it in everyday settings. If you lead teams, mentor young people, or are shaping your own path, this conversation offers clear perspective without the fluff.
Before stepping into the boardroom, Dr Edward Curmi was bringing joy to hospital wards as a co-founder and volunteer with Dr Klown, a Maltese NGO focused on using humour to support hospitalised children. Those early experiences taught him powerful lessons about presence, empathy, and emotional intelligence — lessons that now shape how he leads as a clinical psychologist and Director at G7 Events Malta.In this episode, Edward shares his unique leadership journey and explores how staying calm during conflict isn’t about being passive — it’s about being intentional.
In our third episode of ELEV8 Season 2, we’re joined by Julian Mamo, Managing Director at GasanMamo Insurance, for an insightful discussion on the power of active listening in leadership. Julian shares how honing listening skills can transform team dynamics, improve decision-making, and foster a more inclusive workplace.Join us as we explore Julian’s perspective on inclusive leadership, the role of active listening in creating a culture of belonging, and the strategies leaders can use to build stronger, more diverse teams. Learn how great leaders don’t just speak—they listen.
In this episode, we sit down with CEO Paul Cuschieri as he shares the story of how he turned a start-up idea into a growing company delivering high-impact projects abroad.Paul talks about the early challenges of stepping into leadership, what it really takes to scale a business, and the mindset shift needed when moving from managing a small team to leading a full company.
Welcome to Season 2 of ELEV8! This season, we delve into the powerful theme of Leadership—exploring its many dimensions, from its beginnings to its culmination. In our first episode, we’re joined by Steve Tarr, last year’s host and the founder of Mdina Partners. Steve takes us on a journey through his remarkable career, reflecting on over four decades of leadership. As he shares the pivotal lessons learned throughout his professional life, he also provides valuable insights into his transition to retirement, offering a unique perspective on leadership and legacy. Join current host Katrina Grech as she guides Steve through a conversation about the essence of leadership, the enduring impact of a legacy, and the importance of growth and change as Steve enters the next chapter of his life.
Welcome entrepreneurial enthusiasts, business aficionados, seasoned CEOs and CPOs to the first episode of ELEV8 @ Mdina Partners, Career Shifts: Navigating the Future of Work. Are you ready to dive into the captivating world of business growth fueled by the secret ingredient we often overlook? That's right – we're talking about the powerhouse behind every successful venture: PEOPLE! Join us as we embark on a journey exploring the untold stories that reveal the true essence of sustainable success. Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to propel your business to new heights while ensuring your team is not only thriving but doing the happy dance every morning? Our podcast is your backstage pass to uncovering the hidden treasures of the business realm – the growth mindset that fuels remarkable transformations. Join us as we chat with the visionaries, the thinkers, and the doers who know that the journey to success is even better when shared.
It's the season finale of ELEV8 @ Mdina Partners! Tune in to Jackie Attard Montalto, Chief Human Resources Officer at Atlas Insurance, as she shares with us, her first-hand experience of the successful agile working culture at Atlas Insurance, and how it's benefited the company and its people alike.
Welcome to our eleventh episode of ELEV8 @ Mdina Partners, Change Your Frequency: A Conversation About Driving Change, featuring hosts Katrina Grech and Steve Tarr alongside guest James Munton, UK CEO of Mdina Partners. In this episode, we're tackling a CEO's perspective and asking the critical question: How can one lead successful change initiatives and know when they're needed?
Welcome to our tenth episode of ELEV8 @ Mdina Partners, The Nectar Story: Creating a Successful Family Business, featuring hosts Katrina Grech and Steve Tarr alongside guest Roderick Abela, Managing Director at Nectar. In this episode, we'll be taking a deep dive into the key ingredients that made this family business thrive.
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